The 10 Best Players in MLB The Show 21 to build your Franchise around

April 21, 2021 zborgaming

We’re going to talk about the 10 Best Players to build your MLB The Show 21 Franchise Around. We’re not going to discuss pitchers here, merely position players which will go a long way helping you dominate season after season in the game. Players are listed by in Game Rating, Highest first.

#1 – Mike Trout

Mike Trout is regarded as the best overall player in the game of baseball and his stats in MLB The Show 21 reflect that. The highest rated player in the game is a must have for any Franchise. As one of the few 5 Tool Players in the game, his mix of power, contact, speed and fielding are unmatched.

In Game Rating – 95

#2 – Mookie Betts

Mookie Betts in his first year with LA helped them win a World Series. With excellent all-around skill, you’ll pick up one of the best fielders in the game as well as a trusted bat in the lineup.

In Game Rating – 92

#3 – Ronald Acuna Jr

At only 23 years of age, Ronald Acuna is a star with many years left to play. With unique blend of power, speed and fielding, he will be a welcome addition to any franchise in MLB The Show 21.

In Game Rating – 90

#4 – Nolan Arenado

Nolan Arenado is now playing for the St. Louis Cardinals. In addition to being one of the best fielders in the game, he has the ability to hit for power and gets on base often. At 29, he has a handful of years of quality baseball remaining.

In Game Rating – 90

Nolan Arenado - 10 Best Players to build your MLB The Show 21 Franchise Around

#5 – Cody Bellinger

Cody Bellinger at the young age of 25, already has an MVP award, so he has the skills.

He also is spectacular when it comes to this video game series, as his power hitting meshes well with his fielding abilities.

In Game Rating – 90

#6 – Fernando Tatis

Fernando Tatis is very young at 22 and already one of the stars of the game. He will be a welcome addition to your roster both in the field and at the plate.

In Game Rating – 88

#7 – Christian Yelich

Christian Yelich’s performance last year was affected by injury. Look for him to return to form in 2021 with plenty of power and elite defense to add to your team.

In Game Rating – 88

#8 – Trevor Story

Trevor Story is only 28-years-old and is a consistent all-star in this league. He is a constant home run threat, which meshes well with his ability to maintain a respectable batting average.

In Game Rating – 87

#9 – Francisco Lindor

Francisco Lindor, while only 27 is a perennial All-Star and great up to bat, or in the field. If you’re looking to build a franchise around an elite player, Lindor may be the guy.

In Game Rating – 87

#10 – Juan Soto

Juan Soto at only 22 years of age is one of the games up and coming future stars. He has good size, control and power and will be a great addition to any roster. With a World Series already under his belt, there’s no telling how many more he has in his future.

In Game Rating – 87

Honorable Mentions

Although they didn’t make our list for the Top 10 best players for your MLB The Show 21 franchise, they are definitely worth adding to the roster if you are able:

Manny Machado – 88
Freddie Freeman – 89
Bryce Harper – 87
Alex Bregman – 86
Tim Anderson – 83
Javier Baez – 83
Shohei Ohtani – 79